1986 Ford Escort vs. 1995 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1995 TVR Cerbera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 215 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 TVR Cerbera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 TVR Cerbera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1995 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Escort | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
